The Science of Nanomaterials: Basics and Applications

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Nanoparticles have a smaller size as compared to their micro, macro, or bulk counterparts. Reduction in size of these particles provides them with some unique characteristics, such as surface-to-volume ratio, quantum confinement effect, surface plasmon response, widening of band gap, etc. These nanoparticles have attracted attention of scientists all over the globe in last few decades. Written in a convenient and easy-to-read style, this book covers the important aspects of nanomaterials by focusing on the many issues related to the food and textile industries, treatment of polluted water, health, energy crises, targeted drug delivery, etc. The editors take an interdisciplinary approach to discussing how the scenario will change on a global level in the future and explore when these nanomaterials will replace almost all micro- and macromaterials. The Science of Nanomaterials is a ready-at-hand guide to the many issues related to the use of nanomaterials in drug and gene delivery, sensors, photosplitting of water, wastewater treatment, microbial diagnosis, textile industries, nanocomposites, food industries (safety, security, packaging and preservation), etc. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Dedication About the Editors Table of Contents Contributors Abbreviations Preface 1. Nanomaterials: An Introduction 2. Optical Properties of Nanostructured Materials and Their Sensing Applications 3. Nanotechnology for Selective Targeting and Cancer Drug Delivery 4. Cogent and Strategic Approaches for Gene Delivery with Nanostructures 5. Nanomaterials for Nanomedical and Nanobiotechnological Studies: Current Status and Applications of Carbon-Based Nanomaterials and Quantum Dots 6. Carbon Nanotubes for Photosplitting of Water 7. Nanomaterials as Effective Tools for Detection and Microbial Diagnosis of Foodborne Pathogens 8. Use of Nanomaterials in Wastewater Treatment 9. Layer-by-Layer Assembly as a Powerful Nanofabrication Technique for the Design of Antimicrobial Surfaces in the Textile Industry 10. Prospect of Utilizing Novel Nanomaterials for Effective Food Security, Safety, Packaging, and Preservation 11. Bio- and Synthetic Nanocomposites for Food Packaging 12. Fabrication and Applications of Nanocomposites Index